2012 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2012 Nissan Armada and 2012 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Armada | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Armada | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2469 kg | 1385 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
