2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 Ford Fiesta and 2007 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 358 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
