2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Corolla | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |