2008 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Outback | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
