1997 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 256 kg more than 1997 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
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1997 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Subaru | Seat |
Model | Impreza | Exeo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2642 mm |