2005 Infiniti M vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | M | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
