2006 Peugeot 307 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 660 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307. 2006 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 307 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 307 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
