2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Coupe and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Coupe 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Coupe Legacy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Top Speed 220 km/hour 242 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 7.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1408 kg 1430 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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