2007 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 2 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TSX. 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 (340 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura TSX 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Acura Subaru
Model TSX Legacy
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 340 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.6 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 64 L


 

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