2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Steyr G-series
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 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Steyr G-series (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Steyr G-series weights approximately 913 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, 2001 Steyr G-series (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2001 Steyr G-series has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Steyr G-series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2001 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | HR-V | G-series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
