2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 386 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
