2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan 350Z 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Nissan Subaru
Model 350Z Legacy
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 297 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.7:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 237 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L


 

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