1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 75 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
