2003 Subaru Impreza vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Subaru Impreza (384 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Impreza | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
