2009 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 1 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 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 416 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 Acura RDX (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | RDX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
