2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Kia Amanti

To start off, 2010 Kia Amanti 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Amanti.

Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Amanti. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Amanti. 2010 Kia Amanti 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. 2010 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Impreza 2010 Kia Amanti
Make Subaru Kia
Model Impreza Amanti
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2455 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 261 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1860 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km


 

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