2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1166 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 Suburban (447 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
