2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 41 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Cayenne | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 2457 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
