2005 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Frontier | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Frontier | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |