2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 226 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |