2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2004 Honda HR-V and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda HR-V 2004 Porsche 911
Make Honda Porsche
Model HR-V 911
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1672 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 315 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 370 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1120 kg 1342 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 64 L


 

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