2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2009 SsangYong Korando 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. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
| Model | Impreza | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
