1999 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |