2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 2 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Legacy | 370Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1323 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |