2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 211 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. 2012 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Satellite has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Satellite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai Satellite | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Satellite | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2750 mm |