2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 29 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Tucson | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |