2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 337 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Vitz |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |