2002 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2002 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Impreza. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Subaru | Bentley |
| Model | Impreza | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
