2006 Lexus LX vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 551 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | LX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
