2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 595 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
