2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
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 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod 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 230 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2002 Toyota Pod 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. 2002 Toyota Pod will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Pod |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
