2003 Subaru Impreza vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 633 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (333 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Impreza | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
