2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Kombi would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 711 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
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 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
