2007 Subaru Justy 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 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Justy. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 463 kg more than 2007 Subaru Justy. 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Justy | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Justy | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
