2008 Acura RDX vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | RDX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |