2001 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
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2001 Vauxhall Astra | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Vauxhall | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2645 mm |