2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 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 (339 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Legacy | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
