2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 621 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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2009 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Impreza | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1976 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |