2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 99 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 121 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Impreza | Altima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 171 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 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 | 64 L | 76 L |