2012 Renault Sandero vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 284 kg more than 2012 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Sandero. 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 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Renault Sandero | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Sandero | Impreza |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |