2002 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 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 176 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 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.
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2002 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Impreza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |