2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
