2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Terrain. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Terrain would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 403 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Terrain. 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Terrain | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Terrain | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
