2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Subaru Legacy 2003 Nissan X-Trail
Make Subaru Nissan
Model Legacy X-Trail
Year Released 2000 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1404 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm


 

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