1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (246 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (333 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2660 mm |
