2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 3 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 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | FR-V | Splash |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
