2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |