2007 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |