2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |