2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Lacetti | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |