2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (359 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 350Z | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
