2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 621 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda FR-V | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | FR-V | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |