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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (227 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
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2008 Subaru Outback | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 227 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |