2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
