1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Xterra | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Xterra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
