2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (274 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Xterra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
