2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | HR-V | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
