2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 254 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | FR-V | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
