1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 12 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 580 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 2011 Audi A5. 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, 2011 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 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 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | HR-V | A5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
