2009 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S60. (258 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S60.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volvo S60 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Volvo | Subaru |
Model | S60 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |