Nissan Altima SR 2.5L vs Subaru Legacy Sport XT

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Subaru Legacy Sport XT 6.5 s Runner-up: 7.5 s
Power winner Subaru Legacy Sport XT 260 hp Runner-up: 188 hp
Cargo winner Subaru Legacy Sport XT 443 L Runner-up: 436 L
Price winner Nissan Altima SR 2.5L $29,890 Runner-up: $37,495

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L against the 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.5 seconds, compared with 7.5 seconds for 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L. 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT has the higher listed output at 260 hp; 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L is rated at 188 hp, a difference of 72 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT at 374 Nm and 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L at 244 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L has the lower recorded consumption at 8.1 L/100km; 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT is listed at 9.0 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 443 litres versus 436 litres, a difference of 7 litres. 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L is 25 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L has the lower listed starting price at $29,890, compared with $37,495 for 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT. 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Nissan Altima SR 2.5L2025 Subaru Legacy Sport XT2024
Performance
0-100 km/h7.5 s6.5 s
Top Speed195 km/h220 km/h
Power188 hp260 hp
Torque244 Nm374 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank61 L60 L
Efficiency8.1 L/100km9 L/100km
CO2 Emissions185 g/km206 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,870 mm4,845 mm
Ground Clearance150 mm146 mm
Cargo436 L443 L
Curb Weight1,430 kg1,653 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.4 m11.2 m
Starting MSRP$29,890$37,495

Nissan Altima SR 2.5L vs Subaru Legacy Sport XT questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L or the 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT?

2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.5 seconds, versus 7.5 seconds for 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L or the 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT?

2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT has the higher listed top speed at 220 km/h (137 mph), compared with 195 km/h (121 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L or the 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT?

2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT has more power at 260 hp, a 72 hp advantage over 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L or the 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT?

2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT has more listed cargo space at 443 litres (15.6 cu ft), versus 436 litres (15.4 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L or the 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT?

2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT is heavier at 1,653 kg (3,644 lb), while 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L is listed at 1,430 kg (3,153 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L or the 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT?

2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $29,890 USD, compared with $37,495 USD for 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Nissan Altima SR 2.5L or the 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT?

2024 Subaru Legacy Sport XT leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.