2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
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2003 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 407 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1403 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |