2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 273 kg more than 1994 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 1994 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
