2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 838 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |