2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 387 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | TrailBlazer | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |