2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 548 kg more than 2005 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 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Liberty | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 1978 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |