1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 402 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Trans Sport | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
