2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Ridgeline | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |