2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Tata Mint
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 Tata Mint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Mint 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. 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 2005 Tata Mint. 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2005 Tata Mint | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | HR-V | Mint |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |