2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 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. Both 2005 Subaru Legacy and 2009 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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.
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2005 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1440 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |