2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 780 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Envoy | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |