2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Captiva | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
