2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Legacy | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
