2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 391 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 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 2012 Nissan Murano. 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Legacy | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
