2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Camry. 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
