2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Highlander | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |