2010 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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 83 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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. 2006 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Subaru | Saab |
Model | Impreza | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |