2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 378 kg more than 1996 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Subaru | Venturi |
| Model | Impreza | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
