1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza. 1999 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Subaru Impreza | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Subaru | Peugeot |
Model | Impreza | 607 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |