2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Express | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |