2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Legacy | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |