2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. Both 2005 Honda HR-V and 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara are equipped with a 1,590 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 59 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | HR-V | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |