2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda FR-V | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | FR-V | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |