2005 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. Both 2005 Isuzu D-MAX and 2009 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 2,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Isuzu D-MAX has manual transmission. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | D-MAX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |
