1998 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Terrano II | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Terrano II | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
