1999 Acura SLX vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Acura SLX. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura SLX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura SLX. 1999 Acura SLX has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura SLX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Acura SLX | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | SLX | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 393 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2624 mm |