2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C70. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70. 2013 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Impreza | C70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
