2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Pathfinder | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |