2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2005 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Avanti Studebaker | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Avanti | Subaru |
Model | Studebaker | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6751 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2619 mm |