1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | Boxster | Impreza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2619 mm |