2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1309 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Express | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
