2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 197 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Terrano | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Terrano | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |