2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Impreza | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
