2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.

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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (294 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Impreza 2009 Subaru Forester
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Impreza Forester
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 170 HP
Torque 294 Nm 231 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 8.4:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1399 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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