2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Legacy | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
