2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 867 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Impreza | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |
