2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 110 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 2007 Alpina D3. 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | D3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
