2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 326 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion. 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | FR-V | Allion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
