2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Aveo and 2006 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 850 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Aveo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2457 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
