2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Legacy | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
