2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 68 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2008 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, 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 350Z | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | 350Z | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |