2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Express and 2005 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 936 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Express 2005 Subaru Impreza
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Express Impreza
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 343 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.0:1
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2481 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 60 L


 

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