2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Subaru Impreza | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Subaru | Rover |
Model | Impreza | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |