2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V. 2002 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Impreza | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
