2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 88 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Maxima | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
