2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 382 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alpina B7. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2010 Alpina B7 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. 2010 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Subaru | Alpina |
| Model | Impreza | B7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |
