2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 700 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | R2 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
