2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1074 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 Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Tahoe | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2645 mm |