2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Equinox | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
