2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 624 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 84 L |