2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 43 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. 2010 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Subaru | Saab |
Model | Impreza | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 305 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |