2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2009 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
