2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 163 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura TL. 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Acura TL | |
Make | Subaru | Acura |
Model | Legacy | TL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |