2005 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano II | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Terrano II | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
