2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1408 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Armada | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
