2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Almera | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
