2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 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 (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 2009 Hyundai i20 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. 2009 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | HR-V | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
