2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Titan. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Subaru Legacy 2011 Nissan Titan
Make Subaru Nissan
Model Legacy Titan
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.6:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 4060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 140 L


 

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