2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Colorado | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |