2002 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 952 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 2002 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | LX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
