2008 Peugeot 607 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 607. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 607. 2008 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 607 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 607 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
