2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 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 1,338 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 238 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.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Jazz | R2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1338 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
