2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 370 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | HR-V | R2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
