2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 800 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Subaru R2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | R2 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
