2009 Nissan Micra vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra. 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 2009 Nissan Micra. 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 Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Micra 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Nissan Subaru
Model Micra Legacy
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1461 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 64 L


 

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