2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Honda HR-V and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 27 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | HR-V | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |