2008 Honda Fit vs. 2001 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Almera would be higher. Both 2008 Honda Fit and 2001 Nissan Almera are equipped with a 1,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Almera. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Nissan Almera. 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Almera. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2001 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Fit | Almera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |