2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 499 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. 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 2012 Hyundai i10. 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 (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Legacy | i10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
