2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Corolla | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |