1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Yaris |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |