1995 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 304 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
