2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 183 kg more 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (307 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Colorado | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
