2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Colorado | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |