2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impreza | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
