2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2009 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. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Tribeca | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |