2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 415 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V. 2013 Nissan GT-R 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. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | HR-V | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
