2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 453 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Impreza | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
