2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Touareg | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
