2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 332 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Nitro | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Nitro | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2620 mm |
