2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 5 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
| Model | Impreza | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
