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 176 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 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 1381 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 all wheel drive (AWD), 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 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Subaru |
| Model | Corniche | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2619 mm |
