2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
