2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 433 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | HR-V | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |