2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V. 1996 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Impreza | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2620 mm |
