2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Coupe and 2001 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 207 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Hyundai Coupe 2001 Subaru Legacy
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Coupe Legacy
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2657 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 165 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 289 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1333 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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