2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 506 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | FR-V | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
