2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 820 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Colorado | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |