2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 350Z | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
