2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2005 Subaru Outback
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Legacy Outback
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 229 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Top Speed 197 km/hour 224 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1512 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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