2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volvo V70 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Volvo | Subaru |
Model | V70 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |