2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Transporter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |