2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Wrangler | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
