2000 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda HR-V | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | HR-V | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
