2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Primera | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
