2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2007 Honda FR-V and 2007 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 53 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 333 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | FR-V | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
