2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Honda Civic

To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V.

Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic 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 2008 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model HR-V Civic
Year Released 2005 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 79.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.7 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1309 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L


 

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