2012 Nissan NV vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | NV | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |
