2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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. Both 2007 Subaru Impreza and 2008 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Impreza | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Impreza | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |