2003 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 332 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus IS. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Subaru | Lexus |
| Model | Impreza | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
