2001 Subaru Outback vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V. 2000 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Outback | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Outback | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
