2004 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 505 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 @ 3950 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy. 2004 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Envoy | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
