2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 223 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
