2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 551 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Wrangler | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |