2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2006 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Hardbody (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Because 2006 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hardbody (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda HR-V | 2006 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |