2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Express | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |