2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 67 kg more than 2013 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Tucson | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
