1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 528 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Patrol | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2824 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |