2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 10 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 362 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Subaru Legacy 2011 SsangYong Rexton
Make Subaru SsangYong
Model Legacy Rexton
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.2 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1902 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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