2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2004 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Avalanche | FR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |