2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 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 (292 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (204 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Aerio has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Legacy | Aerio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 204 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |