2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 265 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Frontier | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |