2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic

To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 87 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. 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 SsangYong Stavic. 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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2012 SsangYong Stavic
Make Subaru SsangYong
Model Legacy Stavic
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 86.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 237 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1923 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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