2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 855 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2010 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2010 Porsche Cayenne
Make Subaru Porsche
Model Legacy Cayenne
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 2170 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4798 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2855 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 100 L


 

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