2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 8 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. 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, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA 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 | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | MX-5 MIATA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
