1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Corolla | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |