2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Terrano | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Terrano | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |