2004 Subaru Forester vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Forester | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 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 | 1385 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
