2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | HR-V | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
