2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 283 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. 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 2001 Vauxhall Astra. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Impreza | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
