2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback.
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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Outback | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
