2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Impreza | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
