2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura RL weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. 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 1997 Acura RL. 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, 1997 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 1997 Acura RL | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Impreza | RL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
