1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | Golf | Impreza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 65535 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2625 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |