1996 Subaru Impreza vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Subaru Impreza | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Impreza | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |