2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Camry. 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 (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Impreza | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Camry |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |