1999 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (146 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Nissan X-Trail.
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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (136 Nm). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan X-Trail | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | X-Trail | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
