2000 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda HR-V | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | Versa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |