2005 Daewoo Espero vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Espero 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Espero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Espero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Espero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Espero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Espero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Espero | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Espero | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
