2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Sentra (244 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sentra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
