2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Subaru Impreza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 2004 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Subaru Impreza | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Impreza | S60 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |