2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Captiva | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |