1995 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2013 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
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1995 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Impreza | XC90 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4807 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2857 mm |