2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | HR-V | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
