2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (230 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Chevrolet Impala (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legacy | Impala |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
