2007 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 560 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus LS. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | LS | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
