2011 Nissan Cube vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 461 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Cube | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Cube | CR-V |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 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 | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4001 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |