2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 584 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.
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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2010 Acura MDX 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. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Legacy | MDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
