2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 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 25 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 437 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. 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 2008 Hyundai Elantra. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
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2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Elantra | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |