2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd 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 (293 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cee'd. 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 (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Cee'd | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Cee'd | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |