2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 919 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 2010 Dodge Ram. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Impreza | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
