2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | Vanquish | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
