2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Venturi 400
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 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 159 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | HR-V | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |