2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1105 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.
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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
