2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
