2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Impreza. 2006 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Nissan Murano | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Murano | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |