2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |