2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | Almera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
