2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. Both 2006 Honda FR-V and 2001 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 239 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 192 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
