2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. 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 10 more horse power than 2008 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Exeo. 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Impreza | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Subaru | Seat |
Model | Impreza | Exeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2642 mm |