2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 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 77 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. 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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
