2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. 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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. 2000 Dodge Intrepid 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. 2000 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Impreza | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2990 mm |
