2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 320 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Trans Sport | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
