2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 471 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Accent | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Accent | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
