2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | HR-V | 993 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |