2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LaCrosse | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |