1998 Lexus SC vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus SC.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus SC | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lexus | Subaru |
Model | SC | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2624 mm |