Suzuki SX4 vs. Subaru Impreza Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Suzuki SX4 to the dealership as the Subaru Impreza. The Suzuki SX4 is tremendously less expensive than the Subaru when it comes to MSRP.

Utility
The Subaru's more massive trunk will accommodate more sizeable items than the SX4. The Suzuki SX4 and the Subaru Impreza can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Comfort
Taller drivers will substantially enjoy the extra head room in the Suzuki SX4's front cabin compared to the Subaru Impreza. The SX4 offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Subaru Impreza does.

Dimensions
The Impreza is a tad heavier than the Suzuki. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Impreza than the Suzuki SX4 because of its more capacious tank. The SX4 and the Impreza compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, the Subaru packs quite a punch and will knock the Suzuki down a few rungs. On the other hand, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums. The Suzuki SX4 is likely to feel slightly slow because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Impreza.

Handling
The Subaru Impreza and the Suzuki SX4 have about comparable tires.

Drivetrain
The Subaru has a more sizeable engine than the Suzuki SX4. Keep in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder. The Suzuki SX4 could learn a lesson or two from the Impreza regarding torque. The Subaru packs quite a wallop compared to the Suzuki SX4 with respect to torque, which is roughly equivalent to acceleration.

Overview
The Subaru Impreza and the Suzuki SX4 have the same basic warranty.