2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | FR-V | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |