2001 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 2001 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (64 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | R2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
