2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1137 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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2005 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Impreza | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 316 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |