2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2003 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 639 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 2003 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | FR-V | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
