2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 226 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | FR-V | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1404 mm |
