2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (340 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | CR-V | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
