2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 3 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | HR-V | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
