2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 488 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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 2013 Honda Fit. 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 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
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2008 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Impreza | Fit |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |