2004 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai XG 350 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | XG 350 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
