2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Sierra (489 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
