2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 525 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2645 mm |
