2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 251 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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. 2008 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | HR-V | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2648 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |