1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 798 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Atos | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Atos | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |