2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 414 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (427 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |
