2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback Sport | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |