2005 Honda FR-V vs. 1998 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 76 kg more than 1998 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1998 Nissan Laurel 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 1998 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-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, 1998 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V. 1998 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda FR-V | 1998 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | FR-V | Laurel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |