2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 163 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |