2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Legacy | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |