2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Subaru Impreza and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 38 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Volvo S60 (330 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Impreza | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1427 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
