2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 211 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 MX-5 Miata
Make Honda Mazda
Model HR-V MX-5 Miata
Year Released 2005 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 83.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 162 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.7 seconds 7.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1309 kg 1098 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L