2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 450 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 Toyota Highlander. 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 2010 Toyota Highlander 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. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
