2013 Subaru BRZ vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2013 Subaru BRZ and 2013 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 171 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Subaru BRZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Subaru BRZ | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | BRZ | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1259 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4235 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
