2007 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 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 (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Volvo S80 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Volvo | Subaru |
Model | S80 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |