2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impreza | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
