2003 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Wrangler | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
