2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 559 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Micra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
