2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Murano | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Murano | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |