2003 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 600 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Safari | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2645 mm |