2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. 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 2008 Ford Ranger. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |