2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2001 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 96 kg more than 2001 Nissan Almera. 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, 2001 Nissan Almera (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2001 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
