2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Stagea.
Because 1999 Nissan Stagea 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 1999 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1999 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V. 1999 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | FR-V | Stagea |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |