2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | HR-V | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
