2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 372 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Colorado | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |