2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 876 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Discovery | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |