2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2007 Subaru Impreza and 2007 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 611 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.
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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Impreza | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
