2007 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 Lexus LX.
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 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LX | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lexus | Subaru |
Model | LX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |