2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |