2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1609 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Subaru Impreza 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Impreza Sequoia
Year Released 2000 2013
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3100 mm


 

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