2009 Pontiac G3 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 Pontiac G3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac G3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G3.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G3. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G3.
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2009 Pontiac G3 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | G3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |