2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 561 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3270 mm |
