2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 307 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Touran |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |