2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
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 Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | HR-V | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |