2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (293 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Pathfinder | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |