2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 415 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |