2008 Saab 9-7X vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (300 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster 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 Saab 9-7X (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 9-7X | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 9-7X | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
