2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 163 kg more than 2004 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Impreza. (420 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Impreza. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Blackhawk | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2530 mm |