1999 Holden Vectra vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Vectra | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Vectra | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |