2003 Proton Impian vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 Proton Impian and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Impian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Impian weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton Impian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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 Proton Impian (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Impian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Impian | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | Impian | R2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
