2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Scirocco | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4256 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1404 mm | 1465 mm |
