2000 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
