2008 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 805 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 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Envoy | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2625 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
