2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2007 Subaru Impreza and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 999 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Impreza | Transporter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |