1999 Honda Today vs. 2000 Honda FCX

To start off, 2000 Honda FCX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 999 cc, 2000 Honda FCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda FCX (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda FCX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda FCX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda FCX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2000 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2000 Honda FCX has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda FCX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Today 2000 Honda FCX
Make Honda Honda
Model Today FCX
Year Released 1999 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 999 cc
Engine Type in-line electric
Horse Power 47 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 273 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 840 kg


 

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