2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2009 Honda FR-V and 2009 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda FR-V has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda FR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | FR-V | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
