2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 280 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 2012 Hyundai ix35. 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 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 | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | HR-V | ix35 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |