2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |