2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V 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 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai i20. 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 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 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 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | HR-V | i20 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2525 mm |