2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1161 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Armada | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
