2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |