2009 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 121 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | M | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |