2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 160 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2645 mm |
