2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 6 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 48 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 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
