2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 130 kg more than 2013 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Frontier | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
