2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Impreza | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |