2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 407 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
