2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Vitz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |