2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 733 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | FR-V | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 23.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
