2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Primera | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |