1999 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 77 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Wrangler | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
