2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
