2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | TrailBlazer | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
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 | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |