2003 Honda City vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | City | FR-V |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |