2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Subaru Impreza and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 349 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Impreza | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |