1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 515 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 1999 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2619 mm |
