2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 1999 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Subaru Vivio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Impreza | 1999 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Impreza | Vivio |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |