1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 589 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Range Rover | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
