1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Bigua | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 65535 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2625 mm |