2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 378 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |