Honda CR-V vs Nissan Xterra Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2008 catalog dimensions. Honda CR-V · Nissan Xterra
- Length177.9 in
- Height66.1 in
- Wheelbase103.1 in
- Curb weight3,389 lb – 3,549 lb
- Width71.6 in
- Nissan Xterra width72.8 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Honda CR-V is 0.8 in shorter (177.9 in vs 178.7 in)
- Width: Honda CR-V is 1.2 in narrower (71.6 in vs 72.8 in)
- Height: Nissan Xterra is 8.8 in taller (66.1 in vs 74.9 in)
- Wheelbase: Nissan Xterra has a 3.2 in longer wheelbase (103.1 in vs 106.3 in)
- Curb weight: Nissan Xterra is 800 lb heavier (3,469 lb vs 4,269 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Nissan Xterra is 800 lb heavier (3,469 lb vs 4,269 lb)
- Height: Nissan Xterra is 8.8 in taller (66.1 in vs 74.9 in)
- Wheelbase: Nissan Xterra has a 3.2 in longer wheelbase (103.1 in vs 106.3 in)
- Width: Honda CR-V is 1.2 in narrower (71.6 in vs 72.8 in)
- Length: Honda CR-V is 0.8 in shorter (177.9 in vs 178.7 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageHonda CR-V — Honda CR-V is shorter by 0.8 in Check garage fit for Honda CR-V · garage fit for Nissan Xterra
- Narrower for tight parkingHonda CR-V — Honda CR-V is narrower by 1.2 in
- Smaller exterior footprintHonda CR-V — Based on length × width (Honda CR-V)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Honda CR-V | Nissan Xterra | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 177.9 in | 178.7 in | 0.8 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 72.8 in | 1.2 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 74.9 in | 8.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 106.3 in | 3.2 in |
| Curb weight | 3,469 lb | 4,269 lb | 800 lb |
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