2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 770 kg more than 2013 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Avalanche | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |