2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 526 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | Vanquish | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
