2011 SSC Aero vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 1 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. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 892 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 92 kg more than 2011 SSC Aero.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SSC Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SSC Aero | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | SSC | Subaru |
| Model | Aero | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 1062 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1357 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1476 mm |
