2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Kia Amanti

To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Amanti. 2007 Kia Amanti has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Subaru Impreza 2007 Kia Amanti
Make Subaru Kia
Model Impreza Amanti
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 224 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 261 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1860 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km


 

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