2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza

To start off, both 2004 Donkervoort D8 and 2004 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 845 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Donkervoort D8 2004 Subaru Impreza
Make Donkervoort Subaru
Model D8 Impreza
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 625 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2530 mm


 

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