2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 159 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2003 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda CR-V | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |