2007 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Matrix and 2007 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 187 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Matrix | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Matrix | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
