2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2009 Honda FR-V and 2009 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 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 Nissan Qashqai (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | FR-V | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |