2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 03-Sep | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 03-Sep | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
