2005 Lexus GX vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GX | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | GX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
