2011 Renault Duster vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 156 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Renault Duster 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Renault Subaru
Model Duster Legacy
Year Released 2011 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1461 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 108 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 168 km/hour 197 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 4315 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1822 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2673 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 7.6 L/100km


 

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