2004 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 402 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Terrano II | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Terrano II | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
