2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 82 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Impreza | Nubira |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |