2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 941 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |