2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Renault Logan

To start off, 2011 Renault Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Subaru Legacy 2011 Renault Logan
Make Subaru Renault
Model Legacy Logan
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 50 L


 

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