2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Subaru | Rover |
Model | Impreza | 75 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |