2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Tahoe (427 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Tahoe | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
