2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 8 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Murano (334 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Murano | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |