2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Q7 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
