2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 864 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
