2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Legacy | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
