2002 Renault Ellypse vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Ellypse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Ellypse would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Ellypse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Renault Ellypse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Ellypse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (191 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Ellypse. 2002 Renault Ellypse has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Ellypse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Ellypse | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Ellypse | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
