2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Daewoo Tocsa

To start off, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Tocsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa (153 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa (237 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm). This means 2012 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V. 2012 Daewoo Tocsa has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2003 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Daewoo Tocsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda HR-V 2012 Daewoo Tocsa
Make Honda Daewoo
Model HR-V Tocsa
Year Released 2003 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1672 cc 2492 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 113 HP 153 HP
Torque 131 Nm 237 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4805 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2700 mm


 

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