2002 Acura TL vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | TL | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
