2003 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Corsa | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2645 mm |
