2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 3 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 25 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke 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 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | Juke |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |