2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 3 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 212 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, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | R2 | Fox |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
