2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Sentra | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Sentra | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |