2007 Dacia Sandero vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dacia Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dacia Sandero would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 424 kg more than 2007 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dacia Sandero | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Dacia | Subaru |
Model | Sandero | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |