2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Primera | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
