2012 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Saab 05-Sep | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Saab | Subaru |
Model | 05-Sep | Impreza |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |