2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 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), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 35 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (407 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
