2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (293 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. 2008 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Subaru Tribeca 2007 Subaru Impreza
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Tribeca Impreza
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 2455 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 293 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 8.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 60 L


 

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