2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 7 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 609 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. 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 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
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2006 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Impreza | Spark |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1029 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1597 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1522 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2375 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |