2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Micra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
