2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Kalos would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Kalos | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |