Subaru Impreza 2017 vs Subaru Outback 2003

 
Subaru Impreza
2017 - 2021
Subaru Outback
2003 - 2006
Body: SedanEstate car / wagon
The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.0 Petrol2.5 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming belt

Performance

Power: 268 HP165 HP
Torque: 350 NM226 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.3 seconds10.9 seconds
Subaru Impreza is more dynamic to drive.
Subaru Impreza engine produces 103 HP more power than Subaru Outback, whereas torque is 124 NM more than Subaru Outback. Thanks to more power Subaru Impreza reaches 100 km/h speed 4.6 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.68.5
Subaru Impreza consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Subaru Outback, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Subaru Impreza could require 15 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres60 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 690 km in combined cycle700 km in combined cycle
890 km on highway890 km on highway
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 300'000 km390'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Subaru Outback engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 28 years6 years
Engine spread: Used only for this carInstalled on at least 2 other car models, including Subaru Forester, Subaru Legacy
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.

Dimensions

Length: 4.60 m4.73 m
Width: 1.80 m1.77 m
Height: 1.48 m1.54 m
Subaru Impreza is 14 cm shorter than the Subaru Outback, 3 cm wider, while the height of Subaru Impreza is 7 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 460 litres459 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
no data1649 litres
Turning diameter: 11 meters10.8 meters
The turning circle of the Subaru Impreza is 0.2 metres more than that of the Subaru Outback.
Power steering: Electric power steeringHydraulic power steering
Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering.
Gross weight: 2`000 kg1`800 kg
Net weight:1`576 kg1`430 kg
Load capacity:424 kg370 kg
Subaru Impreza load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 13 procentiem more than Subaru Outback. Therefore, Subaru Impreza is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Safety: no data
Quality: no datano data
Average price (€): 27 0002400
Pros and Cons: Subaru Impreza has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • electric power steering
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
Subaru Outback has
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • hydraulic power steering
  • lower price
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