2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 718 kg more than 2007 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda FR-V. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2007 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
