2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Caldina. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Caldina. 2004 Toyota Caldina 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. 2004 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Impreza | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Caldina |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |