2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 522 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | FR-V | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
