2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 2 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan NP300. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | NP300 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
