2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. 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 74 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. 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 1998 Hyundai Marcia. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Legacy | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Legacy | Marcia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |