2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 880 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.
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 Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |