2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 38 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 2006 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | HR-V | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 6.2 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 | 1257 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |