2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 630 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica 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. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Pacifica | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
