2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Versa 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 Versa | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Versa | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |