2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 810 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Avalanche | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
