2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 100 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 184 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |