2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 840 kg more than 2011 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Impreza | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
