2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Previa. 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 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Previa.
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2005 Subaru Impreza | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |