1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 369 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Xterra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Legacy | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
