2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Micra and 2007 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 503 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Micra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
