2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 317 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Pathfinder | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
