2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 79 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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2007 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Impreza | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |