2005 Toyota RunX vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 433 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RunX | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | RunX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1611 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
