2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | FR-V | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |