2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 4 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 439 kg more than 2011 Seat Altea. 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 2011 Seat Altea. 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, 2011 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Subaru | Seat |
Model | Impreza | Altea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |