2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 775 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Express Legacy
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 193 HP 206 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 282 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2660 mm


 

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