2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2625 mm |
