2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
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 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 65 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
