2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Silverado | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |