2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 165 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
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 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda FR-V | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | FR-V | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |