2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (176 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
