2010 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Impreza would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 55 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | Impreza | Boxter |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |