2003 Subaru Outback vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Outback | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
