2007 Nissan Primera vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 184 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Primera | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Primera | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |