2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Ibiza | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |