2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 187 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
