2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Tango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 7 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Tango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2001 Seat Tango | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | HR-V | Tango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |