2009 Honda Fit vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru BRZ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Subaru BRZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Fit | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
