2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 769 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2006 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Impreza | Navara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
