2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 511 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Micra | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Micra | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |