2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (166 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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2005 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Impreza | Cruze |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 201 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |