2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Subaru Legacy 2012 Nissan Titan
Make Subaru Nissan
Model Legacy Titan
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 2402 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 4060 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 140 L


 

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