2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
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 MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota MR2. 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 MR2 (170 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
