2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco 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 85 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 516 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco. 2001 Nissan Moco 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. 2001 Nissan Moco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | Moco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
