2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 125 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |