2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 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 (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 320 kg more than 2013 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 TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | TrailBlazer | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |