2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |