2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 252 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. 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 2013 GMC Terrain. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Legacy | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
