2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 312 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Juke. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
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2006 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Impreza | Juke |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |