2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 777 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Kia Sorento (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |