2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Impreza | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
