2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus RX (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus RX weights approximately 409 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Lexus RX | |
Make | Subaru | Lexus |
Model | Legacy | RX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |