2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 219 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Subaru BRZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | CR-V | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
