2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (333 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
