1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 GMC Savana

To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1416 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Subaru Impreza 2010 GMC Savana
Make Subaru GMC
Model Impreza Savana
Year Released 1998 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 623 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 2421 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3429 mm


 

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