2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (187 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | RunX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
