2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
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2007 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Impreza | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |