2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Toyota Highlander 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. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Impreza | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |