2003 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 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 2010 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 (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
