2006 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 355 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Grandis | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
