1997 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 565 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.
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 Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Impreza | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2615 mm |