2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
