2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (198 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 121 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Legacy | Sonata |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |