2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 350Z | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 350Z | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
