2012 Chevrolet Sonic vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Sonic | Impreza |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |