2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. Both 2006 Chevrolet Aveo and 2011 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 440 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Aveo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
