2010 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 79 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sentra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1351 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
