2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Nissan Versa

To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 174 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2010 Nissan Versa
Make Subaru Nissan
Model Legacy Versa
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 107 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1141 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1534 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 50 L