2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will offer significantly more control. 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 Impala (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
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2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Impala | XV Crosstrek |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2635 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |