2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | X-Trail | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
