2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Saleen S7
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saleen S7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Saleen S7.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saleen S7. 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, 2008 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 2008 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Subaru | Saleen |
Model | Impreza | S7 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2692 mm |