1996 Suzuki Escudo vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Escudo | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Escudo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2645 mm |
