2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 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, both vehicles can yield 297 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Terracan 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Terracan Legacy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 200 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1518 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 64 L


 

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