2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 602 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. 2007 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Legacy | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1535 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
