2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Splash. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Subaru Legacy (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Legacy | Splash |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
