2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 32 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Impreza | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
