2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2005 Honda HR-V and 2005 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 347 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 2005 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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. 2005 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | HR-V | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
