2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Colorado | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
