2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 391 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Accent | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |