2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 37 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |