2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
