2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Saab | Subaru |
Model | 05-Sep | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |