2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 565 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Impreza | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |