2001 Lexus SC vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2001 Lexus SC and 2001 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 41 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus SC | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
