2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 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 Subaru Legacy (227 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Legacy | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
