2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda FR-V | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | FR-V | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |