2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 551 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Pathfinder | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |