2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 60 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
