2007 Honda Element vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Element | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |