2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 2001 Honda HR-V

To start off, both 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 and 2001 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 240 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 weights approximately 513 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2001 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 2001 Honda HR-V
Make Dodge Honda
Model Hemi Super 8 HR-V
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5700 cc 1672 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 353 HP 113 HP
Torque 536 Nm 131 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2990 mm 2360 mm