1996 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 683 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2011 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza. 2011 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Subaru | Acura |
Model | Impreza | TL |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |