2002 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Camry. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Camry weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Camry. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Camry. (279 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Camry. 2002 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Camry | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Camry | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1455 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
