2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 2004 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | X-Trail | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1350 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |