2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2005 Honda HR-V and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (142 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 362 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | HR-V | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |