2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. Both 2002 Subaru Outback and 2009 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
