2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Qashqai | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Qashqai | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |