2005 TVR Speed 12 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 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 TVR Speed 12 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | TVR | Subaru |
Model | Speed 12 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7730 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 790 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |