2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
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 (340 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (292 Nm). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
