2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
