2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 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 2003 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 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 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | HR-V | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 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 | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
