2003 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 10 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 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2003 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
Model | Impreza | Outlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |