2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 508 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Subaru Impreza 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Subaru Chevrolet
Model Impreza Colorado
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 231 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 72 L


 

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