2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 217 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 144 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
