2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 5 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 71 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.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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, 2010 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Prius 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 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
