2008 Lexus SC vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 Lexus SC and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 Lexus SC.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus SC | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
