1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 147 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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1993 Subaru Impreza | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Corolla |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |