2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 119 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.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Sonata 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 | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | HR-V | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
