2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 179 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Legacy | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
