2004 STI vs 2005 STI - Which one is better ?

[@EricHorchuck]

The 2005 was the last car I ever bought brand new. God, I miss that car. People who knew what it was back in '05 would wanna' talk about it, ask me to open the hood, etc... For the winter I actually tried driving on the summer tires (DUH!). Even with the AWD it was like I was on ice. So, I bought a set of blizzaks and OMG, it was a beast in the deepest snow. I remember a car was stuck going up a hill and he was waving me down as to say "don't try this, you'll get stuck" well, I blew past him at like 50 miles an hour, LOL. I will never forget his face looking at me climbing the hill and turning his head to follow my path all the way to the top. He was amazed. The STi took corners so nicely. It was the ideal sports car especially for someone living in an area where snow is common in the winter like Philadelphia... Anyway, sorry for the rant. I just stumbled onto your video and it brought back some memories. Take care, -Eric 🏁

[@BJPr12]

They might be older cars, but to be honest, this is my favorite gen STi.. great video!

[@StarOfArtemis]

same

[@SapphireDonut]

05 because it actually has useable cupholders.

[@MasterFloody]

hell yes. cup holders are waaaaay underrated. have a 16' wrx and there are cup holders galore and I love it

[@cambodianpunk2226]

Bruh you deadass talking about cupholders out of the whole car and i think it dosent really matter cause i dont daily drive mine so like im not really worried about anything like thaf

[@Rumblefan]

I don’t see the problem. I’ve had a 02 and 04 wrx and currently have an 04 sti and they work just fine. The only drinks I haven’t been able to put in them are the small Red Bull cans which don’t fit well in most cup holders anyways and I can only put gatorade bottles in the dash cup holder since the console one is too small. But regular size cans, bottles, and coffee cups fit fine in both

[@Outback69]

It's a usable car to begin with. I had a 06 Jetta TDI. That car was a piece of shit compared to my 2000 Subaru Outback. Sure the Outback may burn more fuel but this car is more reliable. Never will buy a diesel or any German car again. I would even chose this car over my dream VW. A Golf R32.

[@jdmfans6078]

im currently saving money to buy one of these cars.. wish me luck.. lol

[@TheAwesomeGamez]

Good luck mate, I am saving money for one of those aswell!!

[@jdmfans6078]

finnaly i got it.

[@TheAwesomeGamez]

Really!! That's awesome! How much did you pay for it?

[@jdmfans6078]

AeroLeroy i put 6k's down still owe 14k,s so that makes 20k,s total

[@TheAwesomeGamez]

That is a lot of money, but I am glad you are happy!!

[@Mike_44]

Along with the Lancer EVO MR, the ‘04-‘05 STi were my favorite jdm cars of the ‘00 decade. 18 years later, these cars are still being built and a pleasure to drive. Thank you for the comparison video.

[@JAYDMGYM]

I can't understand shit their saying. They chose a horrible place to do this. Echoes everywhere

[@chapmanmerchant]

Love the video and thankyou for keeping stock body. These cars are icons! keep it clean and out of snow and rain. Mine is a 2004 that i have owned from 2007 to now. If you modd do it right don't spare a dollar. Defi gauges amazing. The prices are going up and love it but respect it don't abuse. Love the vids keep it common!!! cheers

[@seanbradbury817]

Man oh man I envy the body condition of your cars! Up here in the great white north with the amount of snow and salt put down the bodies just don't last.

[@SubieShakedown]

I had an 04 sti and loved it. But I also had an 05 wrx and actually liked that car a little better. Weird I know.... I'd take the 05 for the interior upgrade. Subscribed!!

[@F80Amar]

Your camera work is insane

[@chaseangell_sti9201]

05 Forsure, interior updgrade, radio upgrad, trim upgrade, I’ve had both and I enjoy the 05 more. I also like that the 05 has 114.3 wheels I nstead of 5x100

[@julionunez7131]

Getting a 04’ sti tomorrow. Hope it goes well

[@greatestnitemare6626]

Did you get it

[@SubieSayian]

Howd it go

[@StarOfArtemis]

how is it?

[@Chadman333]

Great cars. Keep em alive! I always liked the 04/05 look.

[@Spilkyy]

Thanks fam 3 years later and I decided to look for 05 or Evo x 2008 or 2013 and this perfect. I know to get 05 over 04 atleast. Thank you so much

[@termicrx]

nice cars :) I have a 04 jdm spec sti I love the 2 liter engine with the twin scroll turbo

[@iLuveKatsup]

I had both 04 & 05. I preferred the 05 because it didn't have pad knockback like the 04.

[@Kindred_Val]

Saving up for a blobeye STI 👏

[@Josh-yk4bb]

Best year is 05, but your cousin's 04 has the best paint color for any STi. Both are great cars, but is there any difference in power/faster between you guys?

[@jawbuster5082]

Joshua thanks man I got some stuff coming up for my 04 check it out

[@carlosgalo__]

Thanks & I didn't get into the mods in the video I'll be doing a video of my car later, the 05 is faster when it comes to Power, I'm Full bolt ons etc. & the 2004 has a rebuilt engine with a stage 2 short block & just has a Cat-Back Exhaust, everything else is Stock

[@inkno701]

I think java black pearl is my favorite color. (coming from a guy with an 04 in WRB)

[@Cyaotic]

No way , white is beautiful , black is aggressive and blue is common AF!

[@lickmygooch1013]

Mark Tonna I think black is the best looking one, I’m looking for one currently😈

[@yosephk.2945]

where was that black STi plate purchased at? Thanks!

[@carlosgalo__]

eBay

[@yosephk.2945]

@@carlosgalo__ tried searching and can't seem to find it. If you have a link handy that will be appreciated! Thanks for quick reply.

[@PapG8913]

the 04' sti hasn't the redlight speedmeter but the 05' has it from stock i mean...i mention that,of cource must be your friend change it...right???if yes is there any problem with immobilizer etc???

[@oscarmata9599]

Basically the 2005 Model is in 06/07 with the only difference it having a "Blob Eye" front end, the 2005 Model in Japan is already the "Hawkeye"

[@s4ms0n1t3]

The European market and eastern market get the ej207 though which is a more solid engine.

[@Tevolo52]

What's the red switch next to your headlight adjuster thing on the left side of the steering wheel by the door in the 05? I have the exact same one in my 05. It was there when I bought it but I can't tell what it does. I figured it's from the previous owner but I'd like an idea as to what he used it for. I'm guessing fog lights that he removed or something when I bought it.

[@carlosgalo__]

Tevolo52 That switch I have their is so I can play movies while driving the touch screen I have in my car let's you play movies but doesn't let you watch movies while driving so I have a ON switch to allow it while driving lol I don't have fog lights so I wouldn't know if it's your fog lights tbh

[@martintran7837]

Hey, guy. I have GX 05 Auto SOHC... Can I swap the STI engine DOHC (from the Damaged Car, cheap) to my GX? What is a major thing to complete swap? Thanks

[@CAJfur]

The white sti is gorgeous. I'd do anything for one of these cars but I'm having a hard time finding one.

[@georgebarber7579]

Thanks for the great video

[@blakestilltippin]

1:15 the running lights in the rear tail lights are different did you switch them or something or did it come that way (white STI) I love the round lights lit up

[@carlosgalo__]

blakestilltippin I changed them to the JDM Version if you see the 2004 STI has the USDM Version, I like the JDM Way better also

[@blakestilltippin]

Carlos Galo awesome is it just plug and play? I hope to get an 05 sti and would love to do the swap also

[@blakestilltippin]

Just something so sexy about the 2005 sti I just can't seem to stray away from them trying to save money for one lol I love the white especially at sunset it just looks sooo clean

[@FabisView]

You only have to change the Plugs. There is a Video on yt but i forgot the Name.

[@legendarysixsamurai-shien402]

It's not a different part you just switch the bulb (with plugs obv) facing the inside of the car with the middle bulb. In this case looks like the now middle and formerly inner bulb was left unplugged. Or he could of just bought actual tail lights with that spec and wasted money.

[@thynysan]

Are there 2 iterations of Blues for the 2005 sti. I found with 40k miles on it for sale, but it looks a lighter color.

[@risin9365]

great video!

[@aceinfidel8129]

I believe the side decal on the door also is different between these two years. Anyway, cool video man. I've had my 05 since it came out.

[@Rumblefan]

Another difference comes with the sti logos. The 04 has a chrome sti outline with pink background on the trunk and grille, and the 05 is just pink no chrome. Also the sti logo on the 04 seats is red, but on the 05, they’re pink. And finally on the doors, the 04 says Subaru tecnica international in a straight line, whereas the 05 says Subaru tecnica with international written below that

[@blakestilltippin]

I have a question and no one seems to answer it yet they swear by it is that the STI require high amounts of maintenance which makes them expensive? But what maintenance specifically what exactly has to be done and how often ? Thinking about getting a 2005 sti and wanna know all the maintenance on them thanks

[@carlosgalo__]

blakestilltippin Good question! I'll let you know what I know of "High Maintenance" is, basically saying having Quality Oil, doing your Oil change on Time & checking your Oil Level, coolant Level, Brake pads, Tires, Insurance on car can be High, radiator flush every 30k, brake flush 30k, Trans & Diff flush every 30k, Spark plugs every 30k, its great to have fresh fluids to be safe and it's good for the car and other stuff that pop out like other things it's a car things happen to them and the gas mileage but again it's a performance car it's not a civic or Prius for fuel economy, Mods are expensive & make sure to have money saved up if you brake something, if you are a calm driver don't abuse the car it will take care of you and maintenance up to date and driven properly you would be fine, STI also keeps its value so that's why their also expensive & it's a blast to drive and getting a stock STI is always good so you know what you want to do to the car and know everything is stock meaning it hasn't been touched, Hope that helped you so good luck on getting a 05 STI 👌🏽

[@BCNeil]

I have an 05sti that I have owned since 07. Custom tuned stage 2. Pretty low mileage around 50K. But the maintenance over that time....... Maintenance. Several oil changes. I have changed the trans and diff fluids twice....coolant twice....on third battery......on third set of spark plugs. Replaced brake pads once....tires 3 times. Repairs. Replaced blown out clutch and flywheel....had timing belt done....replaced leaky cam seals at that time too. Replaced water and oil pumps at this time too. Car gets roughly 18 mpg mixed city/highway. These cars totally hold their value. Have been at the same price for the last few years

[@adamkohanik2510]

I'm a Subaru tech at a dealer basically its really just your routine maintenance. Stay on time with oil changes make sure everything for fluids is maintained tires need rotating everytime when its time to change them always get all 4 done always. Do major services on time have a professional shop with certified techs quality parts and products do your work, you will be good it's actually simple shit to keep one up.

[@S.M.G_music]

whats the difference at 2003 blob eye and 2004

[@icantevan]

@Carlos Galo You have the wrong song listed in the description. Mind providing the names of the songs you used in this video? Really liking them!

[@stasethridge6619]

How do you get your gauges to light up so brightly???? I’m having a problem in mine not lighting up very brightly even after changing all the lights!

[@tommyd7502]

Fantastic video. thank you!

[@sharonredolfo]

Im ur #1 fan 😍❤️

[@danielzimmerman4501]

Nobody going to mention the exit sign having a seizure in background, ok...

[@raysaul]

Great video I am leading towards the 05 now just because of the wheel bolt pattern and the few differences that make the car a bit better like the steering wheel and black housing headlights

[@eski2002]

i don’t think he was correct with the 5*114.3 a quick google search said 02-05 WRX are 5*100

[@garysnowden2561]

they made a wide track version in 05 hence the wider wings front and rear i believe

[@firasalsina8858]

nice vidd best car and song

[@SRTScorp]

What were the size of the 04 sti wheel

[@queenk.1756]

Dream Cars 😍💙

[@MasterFloody]

Thanks for this man. Have a '16 WRX and would still consider selling it for an 05/06 or hawkeye STi. Beautiful cars. I love my more modern interior, but I still get a chubby for those older interiors. The blue trim makes makes my nips a little harder than they should be.

[@d-a-e]

Finally someone that actually sees the beauty of these models. I have an 07' Satin White Pearl Hawkeye with the blue Alcantara interior. Really beautiful and it's the shade of blue that only a Subaru could pull off for an interior. Remember the EVO 8s with the blue Recaros? Yeah. Nah.

[@ModernCivilWar]

Always liked this model and bug eye

[@NivlaPham]

what are those 2 snails sit behind the front grill?

[@vegardulven9515]

NivlaPham hella horns

[@BigBoyz33]

I'm going for the 2005. I need those cupholders lmfao

[@Rumblefan]

05 is the better car, but nah those cup holders work just fine. All regular size bottles, cans, and cups that’d you’d get for coffee or soda work fine in both of them

[@erqfrqefarefdarefad8819]

I have an 05 STi and I knock shit out of those cup holders so much

[@static_Tricolor_camry]

That Front emblem delete should reduce about 100lbs and add 300hp

[@tyrantgod7680]

The JDM STI model 2005 may be the better Sti than the 2004 Sti because the 2005 model seems to be a 2 litres turbocharged, spec c widetrack and it may have the best stroker kit in the market of 1.5 liters !

[@jermaeshaarana3456]

To be honest this is my favorite generation sti 04 and 05 ever

[@leonwilliams9129]

What changed in 06?

[@jc76811]

hey man how do you like the JDM v7 seats compared to the usdm ones

[@carlosgalo__]

Jc Kameka The JDM v7 Seats are much better in my opinion compare to the USDM ones because the v7 are much tighter, good for the track and fit you much better and more Narrower, I feel like the USDM have no support

[@jc76811]

Carlos Galo I almost made the trip to go buy some the other day from a guy on Craigslist , guess I'll buy them now , BTW love the vids man keep them coming

[@carlosgalo__]

Jc Kameka Sounds good & Hope you enjoy them, Thanks man appreciate it!

[@jc76811]

Carlos Galo hey I was thinking you should probably do a review of the v7 seats compared to the usdm since your cousin has the 04 sti , there's no videos on KZbin of anyone going over that seat in dept

[@Benjaminvalko]

I have an 02 bugeye with jdm v7 ej207 04 sti full swap with 05 interior

[@ronkooken867]

pretty sure the 04 has the strongest differential/drive train , am they only get weaker from there

[@markusgerwin8716]

2.0 l has the way better engine, but yeah...keep moaning about the cupholders. If you want to drink coffee all day long, buy a ford crown victoria, it comes with 8 cup holders or so. If you want to drive a rally car, buy the 04 model. It comes with forged pistons and 2 cupholders which is more then enough since you're driving alone most of the time anyway. Maybe also get the 05 headlights cause they're sick.

[@drewleon6217]

did your cousin with the built motor have a custom tune?. It will be a shame if not. Also anytime you add parts to get more power you should get a tune and get a Cobb access port. I just want you guys to enjoy you subies. I have a 2005 STI did everything power wise just need a built motor. Anyway very good video keep up the good work on your cars.👍👍. ALOHA from Hawaii.

[@carlosgalo__]

drew Leon Thanks for the info & his 04 STI is being broken in he will get a tune once it hits 3,000 miles so he can't hit boost but right now it's running awesome & it's not cheap lol & yea Cobb Accessport is a must, with the Tunes if you keep adding stuff to the car to be safe & Good luck on your 05 STI, thanks appreciate it!👍🏽

[@laykonyt395]

Yo I just wanna know, are all impreza subaru STI

[@nicholassoong1981]

Nope. Like this version of blobeye, it has WRX 5speed version ,and the STI being the higher spec with 6speed

[@laykonyt395]

@@nicholassoong1981 ok impreza Subaru 2004 is it a sti wrx or Rs

[@laykonyt395]

@@nicholassoong1981 bc I have the same front lights like the 05

[@nicholassoong1981]

@@laykonyt395 A year 2004 Subaru Impreza can be WRX or STI depending what you buy, because they were produced with few different spec although they look exactly the same, as they come with few spec(WRX, STI and STI 204 version being the highest spec).

[@nicholassoong1981]

@@laykonyt395 All WRX, STI and STI 204 version have same headlights

[@brazilianboss10]

Thank god I'm not the only one who thought the horns looked like turbos

[@billd7628]

Its a shame you didn't get the EJ207 sti over there In my opinion the best engine Subaru ever built

[@beastmode3537]

you said in the video fender flair when talking about the qtr panel lol your wrong

[@carlosgalo__]

Subaru sti Its obvious it's the quarter panel Im talking about the Rear wheel Fender Flare that comes with the 05-07 STI that the 04 STI doesn't Have

[@GatherYeRosebudsWhileYeMay]

I must have a late 2004 cause my car is mis matched when I compare it to this video. Or I have 5x100 rims but I have the 05 interior

[@OOOOORA6996]

I maybe purchasing an 05 sti later this year. Is ringland that bad? It’s kind of scaring me away. Haha

[@chibi168]

I bought my 04 brand new. Still have it. The 5x100 bolt pattern sucks! Have so much trouble finding wheels. That said, I don't drive it much.

[@john.f.remedy.237]

I meant to count how many times you say ‘as you could see’...

[@stephenvigilante6527]

I have a 2004 rally blue sti with 47,000 miles and it has 717hp. I wouldn't sell it for any amount of money

[@DustinPFishing]

How much money did it take to get it from 300-717hp? Thanks!!

[@TripleJViDz]

Getting this soon for rallying

[@chadandersen2774]

I want the 04 sti, the blue is awesome.

[@brandonsever2576]

No mention of the Helical front diff? Also has a better 'auto' DCCD mode because the steering angle sensor and yaw sensor were included into the computer. '05 is the best. New headlights, New interior, better front diff, wide track rear end, wider wheels (same size tires but the sidewalls are stiffer due to the new wider rims), better DCCD controller, larger bolt pattern (shared with the Skylines and 350z's), better control arms in the rear (not sure about the front), they came standard with a radio and the 04 did not, plus the immobilizer key to make it a bit safer from theft. Both are fantastic vehicles but the 05 is a better all around package, while the 04 is a more barebones performance car. Currently saving for a 2005 STI, wish me luck!

[@gregpaullive]

2004 STI SPEC C RA V9 Blobeye my fave

[@matt260]

Well missed the big difference... 04 has a platted rear diff and suretrac transmission. 05 was the first year of helical. Also 5x100 vs 5x114.

[@dirtydieselgarage2042]

2004 sti are the only ones with the pink sti emblems the 2005 and up is red black sti logos

[@andykane439]

Dirty Diesel Productions only jdm impreza came with pink logo as pink is a colour of manly in asia

[@dirtydieselgarage2042]

Andy Kane my 2004 sti has pink logos

[@TTime685]

Wtf are you ignorants talking about... 08 is when they switched to red emblems..

[@inkno701]

It's not pink, it's cherry blossom red. lol in 04 it was very pink then 05-07 was more red and in 08+ they made it red with chrome

[@andykane439]

forgot to add I'm not in America lol Iv owned type r and type ra classics jdms and they cane with the pink I badge

[@40sznn]

I'm 11 but the 2004 is like my dream car right it look sexy AF

[@Dabestshindig]

Nah man you’ll get there someday if you want it bad enough don’t listen to this guy

[@jalenthomas1438]

If anyone’s looking to sell one of these let me know!

[@alexortega714]

I am ! Go to to: Houston_strong_2017 (IG)

[@GabeZ06]

I am ! 05 sti with 79k original miles hit me up on ig Gabe_Stunts

[@lowkid2956]

I personally love the 2005 model

[@magicalgamer5975]

I’m just about turning 14 and when I do I’m gonna work my ass of. Here in NV you can get a job at 14 at curtain places. After doing the math I can make $20,000+ over the next two years. Once I’m 16 I sure will have a nice as STI. Wish me luck y’all!

[@st3v3nb915]

Magical Gamer good luck homie !

[@Riffnugget]

How did you go? Get your sti?

[@bonrr]

Riffnugget he didn’t 😂😂

[@MM-fd6pq]

hey guys how much does these models cost?

[@jackkorewha2244]

Around 23 to 25 grand in New Zealand

[@normalman539]

If your lucky you can pick one up for 10,000 and below

[@JAYDMGYM]

@@normalman539 no way in hell I'm paying that much. It's old. I could buy a 2018 wrx for that much

[@normalman539]

Jdm jay usually the newer wrx’s used are 20,000 and up depending on who you are buying from. Also the wrx is not turbo charged and has a smaller engine then the Sti.

[@UhhhSitrep]

Yee ! What? EVERY wrx comes stock turbocharged.

[@JuanPerez-yy5hr]

Love the white one But man why a you sitting on the hood such a nice car

[@anthonyhernandez4141]

04 STI all day!!! The OG

[@connorprice1902]

I have a 2002 sti prodrive also have that jdm key!

[@drewilson2262]

I want one so BAD

[@henriqueultrafan85]

2004 💙

[@samhall260]

No comment about the. 03 sti witch there was only a couple that came here

[@jdmfans6078]

quick question.. my car came with brembo calipers but squeak so bad how i can put back some stock brakes calipers any recomendations?

[@alexblake2309]

2004 has beefier driveshafts(axles) and AP Suretrac front diff.

[@Vtecyo81]

#rollingshots #nomusic #enginesounds #pleasebrah #AwesomeVideo Best part of Vlog is @9.40

[@ayoRenato]

Saving for an 07 sti I am at $7000!!!

[@d-a-e]

I wanted the 07' STi when they were brand new at $34K, couldn't afford them cause too young, little credit history and no stable job or income to support. Had to wait 7 years in 2014 I got my 07' SWP Hawkeye for around $19K it had a bunch of miles 100K+ but I went with it cause it is stock motor (just wasn't maintained well), stock wheels even radio! Only thing aftermarket was catback exhaust which is great for the rumble! Initially was going to get an 07' Limited Edition STi but with low miles they still run at $26K and up so had to settle with the base model and to be honest I can do without the black leather, moonroof and fog lights although that front lip is sexy... Don't give up and you will reach your goal and have the car right before you in no time. One piece of advice: Be prepared to fix everything and I mean EVERYTHING and restore the car back to either factory spec or aftermarket build. I should have went this route and did a complete rebuild when I got the car but instead tried to fix only what was the issue at the time and now I've spent way too much and I still need to do the rebuild. My consequence for trying to enjoy the car early without having fixed EVERY ISSUE. Good Luck!

[@ayoRenato]

AWD C3K shit that’s a lot of money put back into the car though

[@d-a-e]

Prevention is key! Try to avoid all the issues that come with buying pre-owned. These cars are driven like hell and then when the owners are tired of it, they will just sell it or trade it "while it runs" and they get away with it and start enjoying a new car and repeat the same process over again. If there's one thing I can't stand it's these kinds of ppl that receive all the fun and enjoyment from their investment but never invest back into it to maintain or preserve that fun factor for whoever comes next in line.

[@ayoRenato]

AWD C3K yeah I’d definitely have to look for a clean one it will take some time to find

[@d-a-e]

Congratulations on the Blobeye! For the price it is still pretty low, how many miles were on it? and was it modified?

[@BillB8]

" its your big daddy jawbuster "

[@petya5314]

Dream car

[@kevinlogan2306]

2004’s had a factory radio delete

[@masashiiino6914]

2005 seems to look THICC er than the 2004.

[@Revo2Evo]

05 is the best,nicer interior and other upgrades.

[@barbosaguzman6101]

Bugeye best eye. Real EJ207 power.

[@skylarlu3438]

how high were u guys when u made this video

[@xXiRunInCirclesXx]

I hate the 5x100 lug pattern on the 04. It's my only con to the car honestly

[@sorrypenguin2473]

2004 better

[@assassin7250]

I don't understand the difference ;/. 2005 and 2004 look the same

[@clemmie4]

A lot of echo in the parking lot and a bit hard to understand...good video tho

[@jmj5150]

Hawkeye FTW

[@jakeselvius6502]

turn on the auto generated captions lol

[@p4pacrust]

Blue one needs some spacers

[@random_sunny1]

👌