2007 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
