2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 580 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Centieme | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
