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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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 (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 822 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). 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 | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 1153 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |