2002 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
