2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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. Both 2007 Subaru Forester and 2005 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 101 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1526 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
