2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6. 1996 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Subaru | Xedos |
Model | Impreza | 6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2620 mm |