1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 123 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Cavalier | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |