2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 2010 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | RAV4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
