2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Commodore. 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Holden Commodore 2013 Subaru Impreza
Make Holden Subaru
Model Commodore Impreza
Year Released 2000 2013
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Single Speed
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1988 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1465 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2645 mm