2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
