2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2013 Subaru Impreza
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Silverado Impreza
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4299 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 331 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1475 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.1 L/100km


 

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