2009 Infiniti EX vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 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 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Infiniti EX 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Infiniti Subaru
Model EX Legacy
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3696 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 243 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 327 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1719 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 64 L


 

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