2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 1400 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 1400 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2645 mm |
