2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 615 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Ram | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Ram | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2624 mm |