2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Subaru Impreza and 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Impreza | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |