2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. Both 2003 Opel Vectra and 2009 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
