2009 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 623 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. 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 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Stavic | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Stavic | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
