2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 417 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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 FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | FR-V | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
