2001 Honda Fit vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (293 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Fit | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
