2005 Honda FR-V vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 441 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
