2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 276 kg more than 1993 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 X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan X-Trail | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | X-Trail | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |