2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Versa | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
