2000 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 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 2000 AC Aceca. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Aceca | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
