2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cee'd | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Cee'd | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |