2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (218 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (407 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Subaru Volkswagen
Model Legacy Touareg
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2456 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 218 HP
Torque 229 Nm 407 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1910 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km


 

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