2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 161 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | T5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
