2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Frontier 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Nissan Subaru
Model Frontier Legacy
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.7:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L