2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1300 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, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |