2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Altima | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Altima | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |