1996 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 17 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), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 965 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.
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 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Highlander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 89 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 2109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |