2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 780 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (178 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2005 Suzuki Alto
Make Subaru Suzuki
Model Legacy Alto
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 1061 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 242 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.2 mm 68.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 72 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 237 km/hour 145 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 35 L


 

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