2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1522 kg | 2188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |