2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. Both 2008 Honda HR-V and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara are equipped with a 1,590 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | HR-V | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 91 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |