2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2011 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Subaru | Saab |
| Model | Impreza | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
