2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 221 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1526 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |