2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Lancer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
