2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 402 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.
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 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza. 2010 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Subaru | Saab |
| Model | Impreza | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1526 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
