1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 543 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.

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1996 Hyundai Lantra 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Lantra Legacy
Year Released 1996 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1494 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 87 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1095 kg 1638 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2680 mm