2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (178 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 266 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (307 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Azera | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Azera | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |