2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (155 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 865 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
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 Patrol (304 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
