2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Patrol (425 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
