2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 3 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 282 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 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 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Impreza | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
