2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 468 kg more than 2000 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
