1999 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Impreza | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |