2012 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Saab 05-Sep | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Saab | Subaru |
Model | 05-Sep | Legacy |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |