2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza

To start off, both 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix and 2007 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (316 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 138 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Impreza (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 2007 Subaru Impreza
Make Pontiac Subaru
Model Grand Prix Impreza
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 2455 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 200 HP 316 HP
Torque 312 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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