2009 Acura RL vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
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 RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | RL | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |