2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 36 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Frontier | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Frontier | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
