2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup

To start off, both 2007 Subaru Impreza and 2007 Volkswagen Pickup were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Impreza 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
Make Subaru Volkswagen
Model Impreza Pickup
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1992 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 77.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 210 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.8 seconds 12.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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