2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
