2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 5 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 85 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | R2 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |
