2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
