2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 578 kg more than 2000 Honda City. 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2000 Honda City | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | FR-V | City |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
