2007 Lexus RX vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 352 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | RX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
