2000 Hyundai XG 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 XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai XG. 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 (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai XG. 2000 Hyundai XG has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai XG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai XG | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | XG | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |