2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
