1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
