2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1301 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Subaru |
Model | Corniche | Impreza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |