2012 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 81 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Impreza | Optima |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
