2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 259 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 350Z | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
