2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sentra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
