2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Tundra 2011 Subaru Impreza
Make Toyota Subaru
Model Tundra Impreza
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4700 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 245 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 330 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2624 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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