2008 Hyundai Azera vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 519 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Azera. 2008 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Azera | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Azera | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
