1997 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. 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 (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Hyundai Marcia | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Marcia | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |