1998 Xedos 6 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Xedos 6 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Xedos | Subaru |
| Model | 6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2624 mm |
