2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Tucson 2009 Subaru Legacy
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Tucson Legacy
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2654 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 79 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1685 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 64 L


 

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