2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 925 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.
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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | Cayenne | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2455 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |