2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2003 Subaru B is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru B weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Impreza | 2003 Subaru B | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | B |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
