2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 913 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
