2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero is newer by 10 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 767 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SSC Aero weights approximately 23 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 2010 SSC Aero. 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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1004 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Subaru | SSC |
| Model | Impreza | Aero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
