2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 939 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza. 2006 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 186 Nm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |