2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Impreza | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
