2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

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 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Legacy Sienna
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 242 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.8:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 76 L


 

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