2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Titan | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2530 mm |