2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Ridgeline | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
